Meet Danny Stern.
A young man who grew up in South Florida with Muscular Dystrophy. Danny has been wheelchair bound since the age of 10. All his life he had to defy the odds to be where he is today, but there was never an obstacle he could not overcome.
Despite his limitations, he attended The Florida State University for undergrad and Nova Southeastern University Shepard Broad College of Law to earn his Juris Doctorate. He then went on to pass the Florida Bar back in 2017. He was only able to accomplish these things because he had his own van to take him everywhere he needed to go. Without his van, it would have been nearly impossible to do everything he has done in his life thus far. Unfortunately, his van of 20+ years has finally been retired.
Back in the fall of 2019, we put together a GoFundMe for Danny and we were immensely thankful for all the support. We were able to raise about $20,000 to go towards Danny’s new van. It was amazing to see all his friends and family contributing in making this possible for him.
If you were kind enough to donate awhile back in 2019, we truly appreciate your donation and would be grateful if you were able to share this new campaign with your family and friends.
Due to the COVID-19 outbreak, we decided to put the fundraiser on hold. We wanted to make sure when he gets his new van he would be able to go out safely. Now that he is fully vaccinated, we decided to start this new campaign to help him out a little bit more in making up the difference.
Today, Danny is an associate attorney working for McFarlane Law in Coral Springs. Danny works remotely from home due to his lack of transportation, something he was forced to do even before the pandemic broke out. A new van would be instrumental in helping him grow independently as a person and attorney. These days he is unable to travel on his own without the assistance of public service transportation. Needless to say, the struggle has been overwhelming for him to constantly rely on services that are out of his control.
Now more than ever he needs your help and understands that with the assistance of others, we can get him closer to fulfilling his wish to driving his brand new van. A gift like this would mean the world to him and it’s certainly something he would be forever grateful for.
Fortunately, Vocational Rehabilitation, a federal-state program, will help cover the costs of the handicap conversion. However, Vocational Rehabilitation will NOT cover the cost of the van itself. The conversion for a handicap van costs altogether about $164,000. The van he needs costs about $55,000. Our goal is $35,000 because that’s the estimate of the difference needed to purchase the van that fits all of his needs. We are hoping to raise enough funds to ensure he is able to purchase the van in full upfront and with as little as financing as possible.
Any contribution would be greatly appreciated, even the smallest donations can help us reach our goal and get Danny his new custom-made van that he will be able to independently drive on his own!
Family and friends of Danny Stern are raising money via a campaign backed by the nonprofit Help Hope Live, which helps to fund uninsured medical expenses associated with Catastrophic Illness.
Danny has chosen to fundraise through Help Hope Live in part because Help Hope Live assures fiscal accountability of funds raised and tax deductibility for contributors. Contributors can be sure donations will be used to pay or reimburse medical and related expenses. To make a tax-deductible donation to this fundraising campaign, click on the Give button.
For more information, please contact Help Hope Live at 800.642.8399.
Thank you for your support!
Updates (1)
November 11, 2021
WE DID IT EVERYONE!!
My family and I don't have the words to express the amount of gratitude we are currently feeling. This is a once in a lifetime type of gift that cannot be described as anything other than priceless. We know how blessed we are to have each and every one of you in our lives.
You all made this happen - whether you made a post, shared a post, made a donation, or simply had a conversation, we could not have done this without you!
We will keep the fundraiser going a little longer as we know there will be some additional wheelchair equipment needed that is not covered by the conversion as well as anticipating some unforeseen expenses. It means the world to have all of our family and friends' support.
We will update you all when the van is ready to come home.
Thank you once again!
- The Stern Family
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November 12, 2021
We got you - AZ & Brody
Ariana Zayac
November 11, 2021
Love you Danny!!!
Shea Pucci
November 11, 2021
Your going to need gas money.. Danny, you are the mother fucking man and I love you bro, I couldn’t be happier for you buddy, now let’s race !!!
Frank Denenberg
November 11, 2021
Give em hell. - your law school bud
Jackie J
November 11, 2021
❤️❤️
Britt Nicole
November 10, 2021
Had some fun times in that van!!
Matt Nolan
November 10, 2021
Wishing you Danny all the best…
Bob and Shonna Loudis
Robert and Shonna Loudis
November 10, 2021
Get them wheeels bud!
Daniel Tannen
November 10, 2021
Danny! Can't wait to see you in your shiny new wheels. You deserve it more than anyone I can think of. Miss you, sending love <3 Sami
Samantha Hershkowitz
November 10, 2021
Great times in that old van and look forward to you creating more in your new ride!
Chris Brolin
November 10, 2021
Cenzo would be so proud of you!
Roxana Libio
November 10, 2021
❤️❤️
Alyssa Miravi
November 10, 2021
It will happen!
Michael Grady
November 10, 2021
❤️
Anonymous
November 10, 2021
Always love to dance with you! Here’s to you grooving with the car windows down!
Katie Graner
November 10, 2021
In honor of Maddie Ballestero’s support
Pat Boroian
November 10, 2021
Woot woot get it boiii. Ridin in that new whip soon. Much love ❤️
Bettina Lopes
November 10, 2021
Love and light
Anonymous
November 10, 2021
One more road trip to tally in the new whip! See you soon bro!
Andy Mandel
November 10, 2021
Wishing you all the best
Patty Bloom
November 10, 2021
You rock, Danny! So excited for you :)
Allison Hotaling
November 9, 2021
❤️❤️
Alexis Bessette
November 9, 2021
For the M4
Michael Gregory
November 9, 2021
❤️
Anthony Murgio
November 9, 2021
Love you brother, need you mobile!
Mike Paradiso
November 9, 2021
This better get you up to Tallahassee to visit too!!
Brent Scott
November 9, 2021
Your spirit inspires us all!
Luxury Home Magazine Palm Beaches + Surrounding Areas
November 9, 2021
Happy to support!!
Jess Matalon
November 9, 2021
Can’t wait for you to hit your goal D Stern! You the man!
Dylan Pepia
November 9, 2021
Hope you reach your goal Danny!
Michal Argy
November 9, 2021
Can’t wait to see you riding around in this Danny! All the best to one of the best guys around.
- Alex and Carly
Alex Horowitz
November 9, 2021
I hope we can all help you make it to your goal. I am so excited for you, Danny!!
Megan Kelley
November 9, 2021
For such an amazing person, best of luck ♥️
Adrianna Otero
November 9, 2021
Get that whip!
John Clary
November 9, 2021
Anything helps! Please donate
Ilana Mechoullam
November 9, 2021
Sending you so much love!!!! You rock ♥️♥️♥️♥️
Sammi Kaplan
November 9, 2021
Wishing you the best, Danny! Hope all is well
Sami Bast
November 9, 2021
❤️❤️❤️
Angela Eid
November 9, 2021
We love you Danny! No one deserves this more ❤️
Ilana Muransky
November 9, 2021
Love you Danny ❤️❤️❤️
Allison Schmidt
November 9, 2021
You’ll always have my support Danny ❤️
Bianca Ghezzi
November 9, 2021
Love you Danny!!
Emily Tarallo
November 9, 2021
Keep inspiring others, Danny. Grateful to know someone like you. Damn proud!
Matt Gelber
November 9, 2021
Prayers lifted!
Ana Maria Crespo
November 9, 2021
You are the man!
Andrew Parker
November 9, 2021
amazing bud
DJ Gruber
November 9, 2021
A true hero takes his greatest challenge and turns it into his greatest asset to help others. You are an example of a true hero
Paul Weisman
November 9, 2021
You are an inspiration!!!
Rosario Morffy
November 9, 2021
Whip looks sick! All the best Danny !
Ryan Boukzam
November 9, 2021
♥️
Brianna Connell
November 9, 2021
PSK
Luis Mozas
November 9, 2021
Let’s get this van baybeee!
Aryn Arfman
November 9, 2021
Good luck Danny! Will lookout for pics with you and your new ride!
Danielle Manniello
November 9, 2021
Good luck Danny with your new ride! We are Gabby Mor’s parents and wish you all the best! Safe travels!
Stacey and Sammy Mor
Stacey Mor
November 9, 2021
Rooting for you!
Nima Ajabshir
November 9, 2021
❤️❤️❤️
Michelle Spivak
November 9, 2021
So excited for you, Danny!
Jenny Music
November 9, 2021
Love you my man, come scoop me up in that bad boy!
CJ Wicke
November 9, 2021
Sending love Danny!!
Jennifer Sholl
November 9, 2021
❤️❤️
Arin Goldman
November 8, 2021
You’re such an inspiration ❤️ Love you D Stern!
Bianca Gentile
November 8, 2021
You got this!
Carly Bennett
November 8, 2021
Love you Danny
Tiffany Arosemena
November 8, 2021
Love you always D Stern. So many memories together and I’m so excited for this new journey for you
Cara Wolkowitz
November 8, 2021
❤️❤️❤️
Taylor Puleri
November 8, 2021
You are such an inspiration and force to be reckoned with for powering through your adversities. Thank you for being alive, for not giving up on your dreams and may God continue to bless you in the most beautiful ways in life.
Anonymous
November 8, 2021
D Stern! Love You Brother!
-Cazes
Matt Cazes
November 8, 2021
Proud of you Danny!! Keep pushing forward :)
Caroline Hughes
November 8, 2021
Always supporting you
Lili Lowell
November 8, 2021
Wish you all the best
Stephanie Rush
November 8, 2021
Rooting for you Danny! ❤️
Kat Potter
November 8, 2021
You’re a great person Danny!!
Robert Fiacco
November 8, 2021
BB 2.0 Coming back stronger...Miss you Danny!
Seth Gold
November 8, 2021
Keep defying odds, Danny! Can’t wait to see the new whip.
Ariel Deray
November 8, 2021
New whip, who dissss!!!!!
Ashley DeMartino
November 8, 2021
We Love you Danny
Sharon Wacks
November 8, 2021
Always rooting for you Danny!! Excited to see this goal come to fruition!
Jaclyn Stermer
November 8, 2021
Skrrttt!!
Michael Miles
November 8, 2021
Marc Milk
November 8, 2021
Many blessings much love
Danny Perdeck
November 8, 2021
Love you D Stern!!! Damn proud
Adam Wacks
November 8, 2021
Cheers, Danny! Wishing you the best :) <3
Candace Dean
November 8, 2021
Good luck Danny! From Maddie Ballestero’s Aunt Jami and Uncle John
Jami McKeon
November 8, 2021
Let’s get Danny on the road!!
Roger Brodewell
November 5, 2021
Danny Enjoy your ride. See you in Tennessee
Lol. Steven & Debbie
Steven Weiss
October 27, 2021
Danny, thrilled you found fulltime work in your field. glad to help towards your new van
Joseph Eppy
September 16, 2021
Glad to be of help Danny....
Hope you are still playing the drums
Wade Gill
